Electrical Engineer

PROENERGY; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PROENERGY in Leawood, KS is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our in-house EPC engineering team. This entry-to-mid level role focuses on ownership of electrical design tasks for turnkey projects within a collaborative, ONE-TEAM environment and reports to the Electrical Principal Engineer.

The position requires experience with electrical design, power systems knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with clients and our EPC team to deliver world-class, quality-focused deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program.
• 1–5 years of experience as an electrical engineer or related work experience in fossil fuels, power or generation EPC.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex information to all levels.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, API, NEC and other industry codes and standards.
• Must be fluent in English with strong reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• US work authorization required; pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Executes the electrical technical design on our projects.
• Perform or review engineering, design, analysis, and other tasks within the electrical discipline.
• Prepare/review load lists, power system studies, single lines, area classifications, sizing calculations, schematics, data sheets, and technical bids.
• Collaborate with the integrated EPC team and clients on deliverables and reviews.
• Ensure vendor documents meet specifications and data sheet requirements.
• Help develop and implement guidelines to standardize engineering processes.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

Technical design

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Aconex

Job description

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri,

our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world—is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas,

our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

In Kansas City

we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And our worldwide service centers

ensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan.

Position Summary

At PROENERGY, we emphasize a ONE-TEAM approach where our Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Start-Up, Document Controls, and Operations teams work seamlessly for our clients as a solutions provider for the power industry. We seek an Electrical Engineer that has a passion for ownership and pride in the quality of our deliverables. The Electrical engineer will execute technical work on our EPC projects. This entry to mid level role will ultimately report to our Electrical Principal Engineer as we continue to build our in-house EPC engineering team. You will need to work collaboratively with our integrated EPC team along with our clients to execute and provide world class, quality focused deliverables for our construction team. Your ability to adapt and be flexible will be invaluable as you coordinate multiple jobs and help to develop guidelines and procedures. As we lead the transition from reliance on third party engineers to building and managing a fully functional in-house engineering team your technical knowledge will greatly impact the business planning to add engineering quality standards and developing our own deliverables. This position would be in office at our Leawood, KS location.

Reports To: Director Electrical & Switchyard Engineering

Work Location: 11141 Overbrook Rd #202, Leawood, KS 66211

Position Responsibilities

• Executes the electrical technical design on our projects


• Perform or review all engineering, design, analysis, and other technical tasks within the electrical discipline utilizing current technology, available standards, calculation software, templates, and cataloged products.


• Prepare/review load lists, power system studies, single lines, equipment layouts, area classifications, sizing calculations, schematics, equipment specifications, data sheets, requisitions, and technical bid analysis.


• Work collaboratively with our integrated EPC team along with our clients to execute RFIs, deliverable reviews, change order requests, engineering equipment buyout, etc


• Regularly performs reviews of vendor documents to ensure specifications and data sheet requirements are met.


• Seek ways to improve customer satisfaction, the quality of the work product, and operating efficiencies.


• Help develop, review and implement guidelines and procedures to ensure engineering standardization and templating of our PowerFLX work.


• Stay up to date with the latest technology and industry practices and finds practical applications.


• Performs assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize person productivity.


• Establishes credibility in terms of technical competency and team leading ability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited program


• 1-5 years of experience as an electrical engineer or related work experience in fossil fuels, power or generation EPC


• Basic written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.


• The position requires the ability to effectively multi-task and execute numerous projects/tasks simultaneously, frequently within an aggressive and compressed schedule.


• Independently applies knowledge and ensures compliance with quality program. Establishes related processes and promotes a culture that is conducive to quality. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.


• Knowledgeable of the ANSI, IEEE, API, NEC, and other industry codes, specifications, and standards


• Comfortable with change and ambiguity; adaptable, collaborative and a systems thinker


• Proactively provides guidance and direction on department design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes


• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.


• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.


• Must be fluent in English, with strong speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension skills.


• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.


• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check

Desired Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in related work experience in fossil fuels, power or generation


• Any experience creating grounding, area class, power, single line, schematic and motor control drawings with an understanding of protective devices and coordination techniques


• Able to perform engineering calculations, e.g., load flow, short circuit, arc flash, harmonics, equipment sizing, large motor starting, grounding, transient stability, electromagnetic transients, insulation coordination, etc.


• Familiar with and able to specify high, medium, and low voltage electrical equipment (MCC’s, Transformers, switchgear, etc.)


• Possesses a strong foundation in power system principles and concepts as evidenced by completion of relevant college coursework


• Actively involved in industry recognized professional societies


• Aconex Document Controls software knowledge


• Basic understanding of construction and constructability practices & principles


• Basic knowledge of procurement and contract administration


• Basic knowledge of technical aspects of the proposal and estimate process


• Basic business and financial acumen

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.